Fraction Review 3.2

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a line, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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Which fraction is equivalent to 1/2?

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2/4 and 4/8 are equivalent to 1/2.

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What is 1 whole in fraction form?

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1 whole can be represented as 8/8, 4/4, or any fraction where the numerator and denominator are the same.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is the fraction for one third?

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One third is written as 1/3.

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If a shape is divided into 6 equal parts, what fraction represents one part?

Back

One part represents 1/6.

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What is the fraction for one fourth?

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One fourth is written as 1/4.